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Awesome", The Polarizing Film Restoration Kit fit the lens perfectly. once the old polarizing film was removed with a razorblade and the lens cleaned perfectly, the new Film installed, my Instrument Cluster looked liked it was bran new, I will recommend this product if you"re restoring you Instrument Panel/Cluster. don"t pay any attention to the negative add, that person didn"t know what they were doing. One more note; once the lens are clean use a little mild soapy water so you will be able to get the air bubbles out when installing the Polarizing Film

Awesome", The Polarizing Film Restoration Kit fit the lens perfectly. once the old polarizing film was removed with a razorblade and the lens cleaned perfectly, the new Film installed, my Instrument Cluster looked liked it was bran new, I will recommend this product if you"re restoring you Instrument Panel/Cluster. don"t pay any attention to the negative add, that person didn"t know what they were doing. One more note; once the lens are clean use a little mild soapy water so you will be able to get the air bubbles out when installing the Polarizing Film

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This kit consists of 1PCS BRAND NEW LCD (not reworked) and 6PCS Elastomeric Zebra Connector Rubber Strips to replace info center scratched, faded or cracked LCD Display found in the C4 1985-1989 Corvette digital dash cluster. Ships free to US! Please verify model year when purchasing.

Display for 1987-1988 Chevrolet Corvette C4 Digital Cluster TachometerApplication:Chevrolet Corvette C4 Digital Instrument Cluster Tachometer (1987-1988)Note:YOU ARE PURCHASING THE REPLACE SPEEDOMETER LCD ONLY, NOT THE WHOLE CLUSTER.  THIS IS NOT A COMPLETE DASH CLUSTER!This kit consists of 1PCS BRAND NEW LCD (not reworked) and 5PCS Elastomeric Zebra Connector Rubber Strips to replace tachometer scratched, faded or cracked LCD Display found in the C4 1987-1988 Corvette digital dash cluster. Ships free to US!PLEASE Verify THE MODEL YEAR OF THE CLUSTER YOU ARE WORKING ON, WHEN PURCHASING.Model year of cluster can be determined by the cluster tachometer LCD89: upshift arrow "one to four"87/88: upshift arrow "upshift for best economy" AND "D" symbol near LCD center86: upshift arrow "for best economy"85: no upshift arrow84: unique pattern (smaller) with sharp curve at top of tach sweepIt not fit for 1984-1986 and 1989 Chevrolet Corvette C4 Digital Instrument ClusterPackage Included:1PCS Chevrolet Corvette C4 Digital Cluster LCD for Tachometer and 5PCS Elastomeric Zebra Connector Rubber Strips

By the early 1980s, Chevrolet"s Corvette, a once-great icon lovingly regarded as "America"s Sports Car," had lost its way. Decades of emissions regulations, economic ups and downs, and a crippling fuel crisis in the late 1970s conspired to neuter one of the most capable performance cars on the planet. When the C3 Corvette bowed out of production in 1982, it was underpowered, overweight and appealed more to boulevard cruisers than backroads blitzers. So, when Chevy"s C4 Corvette launched at the end of 1983 as a 1984 model-year car, General Motors had created a car with the goal of restoring the Corvette name to greatness.

Chief engineer Dave McClellan had directly succeeded Zora Arkus-Duntov, well known as the "Father of the Corvette," in 1975, and he was more than up to the task. The result was that GM once again had a value-conscious but world-beating sports car to sell to the American public. And it was one that would last a lengthy 12 years on the market before being replaced with the C5 Corvette. Thinking about putting a Chevrolet C4 Corvette in your garage while the prices are low? Here"s what you need to know when it comes to C4 Corvette values, with figures referenced from Hagerty.

The earliest Chevrolet C4 Corvettes aren"t necessarily the best-looking or best-performing variants, but they are the cheapest to purchase today; average examples in good condition are found for well less than $10,000. And let"s not forget, the Chevrolet C4 Corvette was MotorTrend"s 1984 Car of the Year.

Early C4 Corvettes" 5.7-liter V-8 engine produced a fairly meager 205 horsepower, with a notoriously unreliable Cross-Fire fuel-injection system that was often nicknamed "Cease-Fire." Transmission options were a four-speed automatic or the unusual Doug Nash 4+3 four-speed manual gearbox with electronic overdrive on the higher three gears. A coupe with a Targa-style, one-piece removable top was the only body style initially available. The interior was a chunky, straight-edge design with a fully digital display that was all the rage in the mid-1980s.

In 1985, Tuned-Port Injection replaced the Cross-Fire system, and power increased by 25 hp for 230 hp total. Chevy also softened up the suspension a bit after too many magazine reviews trashed the track-tuned Corvette"s ride, though a Z51 heavy-duty performance suspension option was still available for those who didn"t mind. Today, Z51 cars can fetch a small premium of $500 or so, and it"s worth seeing if the car you"re looking at has it.

The 1986 model year brought the return of a Corvette convertible (which paced that year"s Indy 500 race in special livery), along with standard ABS and new aluminum cylinder heads that arrived halfway through the year for another 5-horse gain. While values aren"t dramatically greater than earlier cars at this stage, convertibles do bring a bit of a premium, with Hagerty placing a good 1986 convertible at $7,600 versus $6,200 for a coupe. By now, more Corvettes were ordered with automatic transmissions than manuals. If you find a manual-equipped car, be prepared to pay at least 10 percent more compared to a similar automatic-equipped example.

Finally, in 1990, the Corvette underwent its mid-cycle interior refresh which dramatically updated the car"s cabin. Analog gauges returned, but with a large LCD display in the center of the instrument panel that offered speed and some other data in a digital format. The V-8 now produced a fairly healthy 245 hp, but 1990 examples are still very affordable at about $7,200 for your average coupe, and prices hovering around $9,000 for convertibles. Well optioned, low-mileage, manual-equipped cars in show condition can bring well into the teens. The ZR-1 also released this year, but we"ll get to that in a bit.

The year 1991 brought the Chevrolet C4 Corvette"s first mid-cycle exterior refresh, with smoothed-over corners and side vents, new square-shaped taillights (derived from the 1990 ZR1), redesigned wheels, and an embossed "Corvette" marking on the rear panel, rather than a glued-on badge. For this model year, power remained at 245 hp, but 1992 brought an all-new, second-generation Chevy small-block engine dubbed LT1. Output was now an impressive 300 hp, enough to really stick it to entry-level supercars like Porsche"s 911. In 1993, a 40th Anniversary Edition arrived with Ruby Red paint and interior, and today such cars can bring a $3,000-$4,000 gain on a coupe and convertible, respectively.

A decade into production, the 1994 C4 Corvette had only minor changes, including a passenger-side airbag and another revised fuel-injection system that had no effect on output, though drivability and emissions improved. In 1995, bigger front brakes from the ZR1 became standard equipment along with softer front springs and Z07 equipment packages. In the C4 Corvette"s final year, 1996, manual-equipped cars got a special LT4 5.7-liter V-8 engine with 330 hp, and a Collector"s Edition model boasted silver paint and special badges (CE versions today are worth an extra $3,000, if you come across one).

In the late 1980s, the Corvette engineering team partnered with Lotus in the U.K. to produce a true world-beating Corvette that could take the fight directly to Europe"s best. The result was the 1990 Corvette ZR-1, with a Lotus-designed, Mercury Marine-built LT5 V-8 engine that ditched antiquated pushrods for a true DOHC design with aluminum block and heads. The ZR-1 even featured a special extra key you had to turn in order to release its full 375-hp peak, a full 130 hp more than the standard Corvette of the same year.

Quickly nicknamed "The King of the Hill" by Chevy engineering folks, the ZR-1 cost roughly double the price of a standard Corvette, or around $60,000, and it was only available in a coupe body style. Bigger brakes, wider wheels and tires, and new square-shaped taillights were all part of the package, along with the ever-important "ZR-1" badge on the rear bumper. In 1993, power increased to 405 hp, but by 1995, the ZR-1 was canceled after Chevy built just 6,939 total examples.

Because the Chevrolet C4 Corvette ZR-1 was often thought of as a future classic, there are plenty of low-miles examples out there still waiting for the appreciation that hasn"t arrived 30 years later. Keep in mind, the LT5 engine is a very different beast from the standard L98, LT1, and even LT4 V-8s. Service costs, which can be surprisingly affordable for a standard Corvette, are far more expensive for these American supercars.

What"s the most collectible Chevrolet C4 Corvette? The ZR-1 is a good guess and is easily the highest-performing model of all C4 variants. But in recent years, the 1996 Chevrolet C4 Corvette Grand Sport coupe and convertible have risen to the top of the pecking order when it comes to price.

Built as a homage to the ultra-low production C2 Grand Sport racers of the mid-1960s, the 1996 Corvette Grand Sport was released for the C4"s final year in production with the range-topping ZR-1 already out of production. The most recognizable feature of the Grand Sport models is the Admiral Blue paint with a white center stripe and red hash marks on the driver"s-side front fender, but there are a bevy of lesser-seen improvements that really distinguish this model from the rest.

Underhood is the 330-hp, 385-lb-ft LT4 V-8 paired only with a six-speed manual, ZF-built gearbox. Two-piece, five-spoke wheels are ZR-1-size on coupe models, and they necessitated tacked-on rear fender flares to cover them adequately for the Department of Transportation. Convertibles stuck with the standard Corvette wheel/tire package.

So why should a 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport be worth more than a super-powered ZR-1? Consider that while a "96 Grand Sport is down roughly 75 hp on a "95 ZR-1, handling and braking ability is about the same, and the ZR-1"s service costs far exceed those of the Grand Sport. Also, Chevrolet built just 1,000 Grand Sport models (810 coupes, 190 convertibles) compared with six times as many ZR-1s, making them the most difficult C4 Corvette versions to find for sale today. Add in the Grand Sport name"s compelling history, and you now have a sought-after collectible.

Hi Everyone, I have seen a lot of posts about dash clusters and various issues. I want to get mine rebuilt, but looking for recommendations. I didn"t see any specific posts of who you have used, and why you liked, or did not like, them. There are a few people who sell a lot on eBay, Digital Dash Solutions in CT, and Gary"s Corvette in TX. I don"t care about the price, I just want it done, and done right. Has anyone used either of these 2? Or can you recommend someone for me? Thanks in advance for the help.

If your Corvette"s dash cluster is on the fritz or completely out, consider restoration instead of replacement. Rebuild service includes: disassembly and inspection of unit, all new power supply boards and interboard connectors, new halogen bulbs, and recalibration to factory specs. Rebuild does not include replacement of LCDs. Typical remanufacture time is 7-10 business days.

Note: If new LCDs are required for rebuild due to cracked, broken or sun faded displays, average cost per LCD is $75-125 each depending upon year and display. This cost will be added to the rebuild cost of $349.95.

CorvetteMagazine.com had an article on how to pull your dash cluster out and send it to Zip. I don"t know when it ran, but I can email it to anyone who wants it.

I"m watching the Mecum auction as I writing this and there"s a lot of C4"s going across the block. A "90 ZR1 with 10k just went for $25,500. The hosts keep on saying our series is the downright best value out there in Vettes.

This video was taken yesterday evening. As you can see in the video, when I first start the car, it shows bright for 2 seconds), then goes dark. I turn on the lights and then I get the LCD�s at about half brightness. The LCD�s then turn on and off whenever I hit bumps or a few minutes pass.

Can ya"ll see the gauges correctly with the headlight switch on? Turning the headlights(or park lights) on dims the panel illumination. If the problem is the light sensor, you should be able to see the panel with the headlight switch on....

Someone had this whole interior apart and didn"t finish putting it back together, I knew that when I got it, but on a budget and wanted another C4 Now.. traded my "83 Camino for it in haste.. So work on it I will... I can probably fix anything, but if it is the light sensor don"t know where to get the part ! Looking on CL for a good used unit, can always make one out of two. There are no decent junkyards up here in No. Arizona.. (nr. Prescott)

Hey Bob, just an update.. been working on wires under the hodd and haven"t had the dash apart yet but I have played with it a bit.. flashlight makes no difference, but if I put the 4WF on it goes dark immediately, stays that way and the t/s and high beam ind. light up.. Called a real corvette expert friend of mine back in N.Y. and he said first try disconnecting the turn signal switch and see if the lights stay on.. a short in the t/s switch will screw up the cluster lighting.

I also need a diagram of the fuse panel.. the chilton book generic pic. is worthless ( I also found errors in their wiring diagrams ! ) and I don"t have an owner"s manual for my "85... ideas?.

All my dash work came out great (as usual) now can barely get in and out of the C4 anymore so it had to go.. Maybe if the doctors can find out what"s wrong with the legs andI get better I wil have another in the future.. So I traded it away for a real clean 1983 Mustang Convertable. One more time I want to also thank Bryan at Batee.com too.

But, buying one of the previous generations of the Chevrolet Corvette makes sense not only for financial reasons. The fourth generation, for instance, is no consolation prize. This iconic sports car made a big debut in 1984, receiving its first significant upgrade since 1963. It had a stunningly aerodynamic body design, impressive specs, and many other modern niceties that attracted customers — and still do today.

So, collectors and car enthusiasts have many reasons to buy the fourth-generation Chevrolet Corvette, starting with beautiful design, top performance, and rich history, and they can do so on a more or less decent budget. This is especially true for the 1990-95 C4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1, a top trim within the generation that offered even more advanced features during the "90s.

Three generations preceded the introduction of the Chevrolet C4 Corvette, but the C2 and the C3 pretty much kept the same styling. The C4 Corvette, on the other hand, introduced a completely new chassis and styling that stepped away from the one of Zora Arkus-Duntov"s C3.

Instead of the fiberglass panels, the C4 Corvette introduced molding plastics into the bumpers and panels, the first glass hatchback for the coupe variant, a removable fiberglass or acrylic roof panel, and many other novelties. There was also an electronic dashboard with a digital display instrument cluster to differentiate this generation.

The only thing the C4 Corvette saw reduced is the power output because of the shifting emission regulations. Initially, this sports car used a 250-hp L98 engine, and then the second-generation Chevy small block, which rose the performance with a 300-hp output. In 1996, a new series of small block engines further increased the power to 330 ponies. Admittedly, this was still not much compared to the previous versions. But to compensate for the lower engine power, the engineering team focused on improving the handling, braking, and overall ride comfort, all of which drew excellent results.

Fortunately, a higher-performing variant arrived in the "90s to make things even more interesting regarding power and performance. The 1990-95 C4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 aimed to be the fastest and most exciting sports production car at the time, building on its rich history.

In the late "80s, General Motors acquired Group Lotus looking for assistance to build the fastest production car on the C4 Corvette. What Lotus did is to design a new engine to replace the standard L98 V8. The fresh and shiny LT5 was an aluminum-block V8 with four overhead camshafts, 32 valves, and a unique air management system. The result was a wider power output that peaked at 375 ponies, though that increased to exciting 405 ponies in 1993.

Lotus also improved the braking and steering for General Motors. Due to all the upgrades, the 1990-95 C4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 was heavier than the base variant, but it still moved quicker on the road. It could speed up to 60 mph in about 4.4 seconds and develop a top speed of around 180 mph, which was stellar for that time.

In terms of styling, the 1990-95 C4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 differentiated itself from other coupes within the generation with a wider tail, wider rear wheels, and square taillights. There was also that special red ZR-1 badge, of course.

All the above considered, buying the 1990-95 C4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a high-performing classic variant of the nameplate that won"t break the bank. The ZR-1 is also a visually distinctive sports car that will make its owners stand out on the road.

So, the question is, where to find the 1990-95 C4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1, and how much will it cost you? Luckily, the ZR-1 of the fourth generation is quite easy to find on auctions and used car markets. When it comes to the price, you can expect to pay anywhere between $15,000 and $60,000, depending on the model year and the condition of your chosen 1990-95 C4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1.

The Corvette C4 is the fourth generation of the iconic sports car from Chevrolet, produced from 1984 to 1996. The car was designed by Dave McLellan, who had replaced Zora Arkus-Duntov as Chevrolet"s chief designer in 1975.

The C4 marked an important new stage in the evolution of the Corvette; it had a different chassis than the C3, and its body panels and bumpers were made of molding plastics instead of fiberglass. It also had a more streamlined style and it reintroduced the convertible after an 11-year hiatus.

The Corvette C3 that the C4 replaced was based on the Mako Shark II concept car, itself inspired by the sleek body and long snout of the shortfin mako shark. It featured a highly stylized design with a sporty, swooping front and "sugar scoop" roof treatment.

By contrast, the C4 had tighter, more understated proportions and downplayed its sports car lineage. In departing from the classic "Stingray" design of Vettes from the 1960s, the C4 embraced a more futuristic sensibility.

Unlike the body-on-frame construction of earlier Corvettes, the C4 was built with a uniframe. Not to be confused with a unibody assembly, in which the exterior body panels are structural members, the uniframe combines critical elements of the car, such as the windshield frame, into one welded unit.

The C4 also replaced the coil springs in the C3"s front suspension with a much lighter transverse fiberglass mono-leaf spring. Finally, instead of the T-tops of its predecessors, the C4 features targa tops.

From 1963 until 1984, the year in which the C4 came out, the Corvette"s design had remained largely unchanged. The C3 had even inherited the same chassis and suspension design as its predecessor.

Despite a year-long delay due to quality issues, the C4"s overhaul of the Corvette was a financial success, with sales figures for this line of cars doubling after the C4"s release. A total of 51,547 C4 Vettes were sold in 1984 for around $21,800 each.

The 1984 model also featured the small-block L83 V8 engine from the 1982 Corvette, which includes the short-lived throttle-body Cross-Fire fuel injection. It put out 205 horsepower and 290 foot-pounds of torque.

Due to a lack of support for the fuel injection, some modern car collectors are critical of the 1984 Corvette. However, 1984 C4s are some of the most affordable collectibles on the market, with some well-maintained units selling for as low as $6,000, as of 2019.

The second half of the 1980s saw a steady refinement of the C4, especially when it came to the vehicle"s power. In 1985, the controversial L83 V8 engine was replaced with a more powerful and fuel-efficient L98 featuring the tuned-point fuel injection found in Camaros and Firebirds. This engine was capable of 230 horsepower and 330 foot-pounds of torque, and the car"s top speed is 150 mph.

At the time, this speed was matched only by Buick Grand Nationals and modified Ford Mustangs. The suspension for the 1985 C4 was also softened by 25 percent. Chevrolet sold 39,729 units for an average of $24,891 each.

1986 saw one of the Corvette C4"s biggest shifts. For the first time in 11 years, Chevrolet sold a Corvette convertible in addition to the standard Corvette coupe model. Based on the yellow C4 convertible pace car used in the 1986 Indy 500, the Corvette convertible sold for an extra $6,000 and featured an Indy 500 pace car plaque.

The 1986 Corvette also introduced antilock brakes, electronic climate control and a third brake light. In 1986, a total of 35,109 C4s were sold: 7,315 convertibles and 27,794 coupes. The price for a C4 coupe was $27,027.

In 1987, the Corvette C4"s engine gained roller hydraulic lifters to boost its horsepower to 240. Customers who wanted to supercharge their engine could buy the $19,999 B2K twin-turbo engine conversion, supplied by Callaway Cars in partnership with Chevrolet, to increase the engine"s horsepower to 345 and its torque to 465 foot-pounds. The result was one of the fastest cars of its time.

A specially modified C4 known as the Callaway SledgeHammer reached a top speed of 254 mph. C4 Vettes with twin-turbo engines are collector cars, as only about 500 exist.

The 1988 model year saw the release of the 35th Anniversary Edition Corvette, also known as the Triple White Corvette. This car is all-white, including its wheels and interior, and features a special engine and removable black top. Of the 2,050 Anniversary Edition Corvettes produced, only 180 have manual transmissions.

C4s also underwent suspension changes and a new wheel design in 1988. The emergency brake was also moved toward the rear of the car for easier entering and exiting. In 1988, 22,789 C4s were sold. 1988 was the last year the Doug Nash 4+3 transmission was available. This transmission combined a four-speed manual with an automatic overdrive on three gears. The ZF six-speed manual replaced the 4+3 in 1989. Although the ZF featured no improvements in power or efficiency, it was more expensive. In 1989, 26,412 C4s were sold at a base price of $32,045.

The result was the ZR1, a Chevrolet Corvette C4 option package released in 1990, which broke the record for the 24-hour, 5,000-mile land speed, achieving speeds of 175 mph.

The C4 ZR1 cost $58,995, making it by far the most expensive Corvette up to that point. However, the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 sold well. Over 3,000 people bought it in the first year, and some paid over $100,000 for it.

The regular C4 also saw refinements in 1990: a drivers-side airbag and an optional 200-watt six-speaker sound system. In all, 23,646 C4s were sold in 1990.

1992 saw much larger changes. Most notably, the LT1 V8 replaced the L98, delivering 300 horsepower and 330 foot-pounds of torque, plus the short-lived optically triggered Optispark ignition system. 1992 also witnessed the one-millionth Corvette ever made. The price for a standard C4 rose to $33,635, and 20,479 of the cars were sold.

In 1993, Lotus helped Chevrolet modify the C4"s valvetrain, exhaust system and aluminum cylinder heads to improve power and torque. Passive keyless entry was added to all models as well, and an exhaust re-circulation system was introduced to make controlling emissions easier. This model year also saw the release of the 40th Anniversary C4, featuring ruby metallic paint and ruby leather seats. At a base price of $34,595, a total of 21,590 C4s were sold in 1993.

1994 didn"t see many changes. The base price rose to $36,185, a passenger airbag was added, and the LT1 engine received a mass airflow sequential fuel injection. In all, 23,330 Chevrolet Corvette C4s were sold.

1996, however, was an important year for the Chevrolet Corvette C4, as it was the vehicle"s last year of production. An optional LT4 engine was produced, delivering 330 horsepower. Plus, an optional real-time damping system was available, which monitored the road to reduce vibrations.

The 1996 C4 also debuted Chevrolet"s OBD II onboard diagnostics system. In addition, Chevrolet released the Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport to celebrate the end of this generation of Corvettes. Inspired by the Grand Sport of 1963, this Grand Sport came exclusively in Admiral Blue with a white stripe and featured black wheels and bold red hash marks on the driver"s side wheel arch. Only 1,000 Grand Sports were made: 190 convertibles and 810 coupes.

1996 also saw the release of a Collector"s Edition Corvette, featuring silver wheels and a Sebring Silver paint job. 5,412 of these cars were built: 1,381 convertibles and 4,031 coupes. In all, 21,536 C4s were sold in 1996 at a base price of $37,225.

With its streamlined design and a slew of new features, the Chevrolet Corvette C4 was a bold leap into modernity. The C5, released in 1997, continued the trend, opting for a hydroformed box frame and a rear-mounted transaxle assembly. Today, the C4 is perhaps best known for its spate of offshoots and variations, many of which have become collectibles.

The Corvette C4 is the fourth generation of the iconic sports car from Chevrolet, produced from 1984 to 1996. The car was designed by Dave McLellan, who had replaced Zora Arkus-Duntov as Chevrolet"s chief designer in 1975.

The C4 marked an important new stage in the evolution of the Corvette; it had a different chassis than the C3, and its body panels and bumpers were made of molding plastics instead of fiberglass. It also had a more streamlined style and it reintroduced the convertible after an 11-year hiatus.

Your digital driving coach can capture acceleration speed, braking, gear choice and sound. The Cosworth Toolbox analyzes performance and lap metrics to give you an in-depth understanding of on-track performance and ways to improve. When you’re away from the track, this available feature acts like a dashcam with auto-record and is equipped with Valet Mode to monitor the use of your Corvette when others are behind the wheel, allowing you to hand off your car with peace of mind.